Downtown Dayton Partnership

Adult Weekday Classes
2025-10-07 15:30 - 17:30, 2025-10-07 15:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-07 13:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | K12 Gallery & TEJAS, 341 S. Jefferson St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Tuesday and Wednesday weekday classes: Tuesdays (September-May) Stained Glass Classes: 1:00pm-3:00pm Ceramics/Clay Classes: 3:00pm-5:00pm Glassblowing Classes: 3:30pm-5:30pm Wednesdays (September-May) Still Life Oil Painting Classes: 1:00pm-3:00pm Glassblowing Classes: 2:00pm-4:00pm or 6:00pm-8:00pm. Call for Costs.

Artist in Training (AIT) Program
2025-10-07 15:00 - 18:00, 2025-10-06 15:00 - 18:00 | K12 Gallery & TEJAS, 341 S. Jefferson St., Dayton, OH, 45402
After school Artist in Training program geared for grades 3rd-12th grades. Classes are Monday-Wednesdays from 3:00pm-6:00pm. Open Studio time to explore different types of mediums such as Drawing, Painting, Clay, Digital Art. 20.00 per session for Members/40.00 per session for Non-Members.

Kayak Rentals at RiverScape with Taiter’s Kayak Solutions
2025-10-07 14:00 - 18:00 | RiverScape MetroPark, 237 E Monument Ave, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Part of RiverScape Kayak Rentals series
Kayak Rentals at RiverScape with Taiter’s Kayak Solutions
2:00pm – 6:00pm
AGE: 10 and up | $15.00

Paddle under the fountains with Taiter’s Kayak Solutions all summer long at RiverScape MetroPark! Kayakers launch from under the Riverside Bridge along the Great Miami Recreational Trail, and the cost to participate is $15 per person per hour. Taiter’s Kayak Solutions staff will provide participants with brief instructions prior to entering the water – including a safety tutorial – and will help participants get into their vessels. All participants will be required to wear a properly fitted life jacket. Swimming is prohibited in the Great Miami River, but participants should come prepared to get wet. Participants will also not be permitted to go through the RiverScape River Run whitewater feature. No lifeguards are on duty, and paddling is at all participants’ own risk. All participants will be required to sign a waiver before entering their vessel, and all minors must have a parent/guardian present. Regular walk-up rental hours take place Tuesdays from 2-6PM and Thursdays from 4-8PM, June-October. Visit Facebook.com/TaitersKayak or TaitersKayak.com for more information. Weather Dependent.
Paddle under the Fountain of Lights with Taiterâ’s Kayak Solutions all Summer Long at RiverScape MetroPark.

CURIO: Lunch Box
2025-10-07 12:00 - 14:00 | Courthouse Square, Third & Main Streets, Dayton, OH, 45422, USA
Throughout the summer months, fun, out-of-the-box entertainment can be found on Courthouse Square, with CURIO serving as the hub of community, connection, and collaboration!
Big ideas can come in small packages, and CURIO is the first step in a larger, longer-term plan to revitalize Courthouse Square. This shipping container transformed into an event hub has been combined with new outdoor seating and other touches to create downtown’s newest summer hotspot! CURIO is part of Summer in the City, presented by AES Ohio.
We can hardly contain our excitement for a summer schedule featuring:
CURIO: Lunch Box
Free lunchtime entertainment Tuesdays-Thursdays, 12-2 p.m.
Trivia Tuesdays – bring your team to win prizes
ZENsdays – Unwind. Decompress. Read. Play a game. Relax and zen out on your lunch break.
Unplugged Thursdays – live acoustic music or DJs
Bring your friends and coworkers for a midday break outside!
CURIO: Lunch Box features free lunchtime entertainment from noon to 2 p.m. on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays each week during the summer months.
Food vendors also set up on Courthouse Square each weekday, allowing downtown workers and others to grab lunch from a vendor or a downtown restaurant and take in the entertainment while enjoying the outdoors downtown.
Be sure to “Like” CURIO at Courthouse Square on Facebook to get the latest updates on upcoming entertainment and more. You can also request to receive regular emails about what’s planned for CURIO.

Ding Chao and John Tronsor Exhibit
2025-10-07 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-06 08:00 - 17:00 | Galleries at Sinclair College, 444 W. Third St., Bldg. 13, Dayton, OH, 45402
The Sinclair Community College Art Department is pleased to present The Dialogue by Chao Ding in the Burnell R. Roberts Triangle Gallery and limen series by John Tronsor in the Works on Paper Gallery. The Dialogue is a visual diary of paintings exploring evocative moments and fragments of time in the artist’s life. Ding explores loneliness and mystery through textural layers and subtle colors, focusing on revealing forgotten beauties and poetic significance through deserted spaces in the work. Tronsor’s limen series is a collection of photographs created during a period of self-quarantine focusing on his apartment windows, which were sealed shut and covered with a white semi-opaque film. The resulting photos reflect landscapes paralleling tundras or oceans with their own depth and singularity. There will be a virtual artist talk via Zoom on Friday, October 3, 2025, at 12pm. Visit www.sinclair.edu/artgalleries for details. The exhibitions will be on display from September 29–October 28, 2025. Galleries are located on the fourth floor of building 13 (located at West Fifth and Perry Streets). The galleries are free and open to the public from 8am–6pm Monday–Friday and 9am–12pm Saturdays. Free and accessible parking is located in Parking Lot K.

Water Street District Pint Path
2025-10-07, 2025-10-06, 2025-10-05 | Water Street District
Sip your way through local brews, grab a bite at buzzworthy spots and discover why Water Street District is where Dayton comes to play. Pick up a free Water Street District Pint Path passport from any participating business. Once a passport has been picked up, purchase a menu item of choice at each stop to receive a stamp on the passport. Once you’ve sipped and stamped at all 14 locations, turn in your passport to Water Street District’s leasing office (115 Madison Street) to claim your prize. Pint Path Passport stops can be completed at the leisure of each participant. Cheers! Please remember to drink responsibly. Find a list of participating businesses and more details here: https://www.waterstreetdayton.com/wsdpintpath

Spettacolo! Art Dinner 2025
2025-10-06 18:30 - 22:00 | The Contemporary Dayton, 25 W. Fourth St., Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
ART DINNER 2025 Monday, October 6, 2025 6:30-10P The most anticipated art-immersive dining experience of the Miami Valley party season–a sell-out 3 years running! Cocktails & Mocktails / 6-course dinner / limited to 100 guests Secret downtown Dayton location revealed 24 hours before event / attire: GLAM The Co’s Art Dinner is an unforgettable evening celebrating the impact of art in Dayton. The evening unfolds with an elegant cocktail hour and seated dinner, with a surprise performance and decor. By supporting The Co, you play a direction role in ambitious exhibitions, enriching arts education, and vital resources for creatives that center the arts and artists as essential in the community. Chefs: Casey & Patrick Van Voorhis, Grist Provisions and Resonant Performance: TheatreLab Dayton, with an original production by Philip Drennen Design & Decor: Chris “Red” Newman, Cheeky Monkey Designs .

Pilates & Pinot
2025-10-06 18:00 - 20:00 | Joui Wine, 117 E. Third St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Raise a toast to a fulfilling workout!
Enjoy a pilates class with Soleil Movement Studio instructors and glass of wine from Joui Wine during this event. More details at https://www.soleilmovement.com/

Bootcamp
2025-10-06 18:00 - 19:30 | RiverScape MetroPark, 237 E Monument Ave, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Part of RiverScape Community Fitness series
Bootcamp
6:00pm – 7:30pm
AGE: All ages | FREE

Join The Unit for an exciting bootcamp workout that will take you through RiverScape in a whole new way. Whether you’re running the stairs, doing push ups near the reflecting pools, or stretching along the levee, this effective workout will keep you moving. Combined with the uplifting support of the community members that make up The Unit, this is a workout you will want to make part of your weekly routine. All fitness levels welcome and encouraged! Weather Dependent.

Yoga with Aleasha
2025-10-06 18:00 - 19:00 | RiverScape MetroPark, 237 E Monument Ave, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Part of RiverScape Community Fitness series
Yoga with Aleasha
6:00pm – 7:00pm
AGE: All ages | FREE

Yoga with Aleasha will lead you in an all-levels yoga flow. If you’re a beginner, she will guide you through modifications to ensure you are comfortable to help you to become more familiar with poses. If you’re experienced, she will help grow your current practice. This class is truly for everyone! Weather Dependent.
Focus on wellness while spending time in nature. Enjoy a variety of free and effective workouts at RiverScape MetroPark.

Hometown Heroes Family Storytime
2025-10-06 17:30 - 18:30 | Dayton Metro Library – Main Library, 215 E. Third Street, Dayton, OH, 45402
Dayton Metro Library is launching a new storytime series called Hometown Heroes Family Storytime, which will be held one Monday a month throughout the year in the Children’s Creativity Space at the Main Library, from 5:30-6:30 pm. Kids of all ages and caregivers can enjoy fun-filled sessions with books, songs, and activities. Each Hometown Heroes session will also have a special guest reader from the Dayton area. Registration is not required. The Hometown Heroes Family Storytime schedule is as follows:

April 7: Jeffery Mims, Mayor of the City of Dayton
May 5: Dr. David Lawrence, Dayton Public School District Superintendent
June 2: Mr. Moses Mbeseha, co-founder of The Conscious Connect Community Development Corporation
July 7: Rodney Veal, an independent choreographer, interdisciplinary artist, educator, and producer
August 18: Willis “Bing” Davis, an internationally recognized artist, educator, and community activist.
September 8: Jeff Jackson, co-owner of the Wright Dunbar Cigar Shoppe in Dayton’s Historic Wright Dunbar District
October 6: Michael Carter, Senior Advisor to the President of Sinclair Community College
November 3: Darius Beckham, a former senior policy aide to the City of Dayton’s mayor.
December 1: Carl Kennebrew, International President of the IUE-CWA.

This Hometown Heroes series is part of DML’s Reading Railroad Initiative, which aims to link DML’s communities through literacy. The initiative is dedicated to fostering a love of reading and learning for Black boys and young men. It offers storytelling experiences, curated book selections, signature events, and mentorship from community leaders so that patrons are encouraged to view reading as a tool for self-discovery, empowerment, and lifelong success.
Another aspect of DML’s Reading Railroad Initiative is the Black Men Read–250 in 2025 Community Challenge. DML is calling on Black men across Montgomery County and beyond to inspire the next generation of readers by sharing the joy of storytelling with young children by becoming a “Reading Conductor” volunteer and/or logging their reading. Volunteers can read as a Hometown Hero guest, at one of DML’s Branches, to a loved one, at a school, out in the community, etc., to spark curiosity, foster a connection, and help create a love of reading in DML’s communities. Sign up to read or log reading at DaytonMetroLibrary.org/ReadingRailroad, where additional information about DML’s Reading Railroad can be found.
For more information about the Hometown Heroes Storytimes, visit DaytonMetroLibrary.org or call the Library’s Ask Me Line at 937.463.2665.

Ben Folds & A Piano Tour
2025-10-05 19:30 | The Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center, 1 West Second Street, Dayton, OH, 45402
Ben Folds is widely regarded as one of the major music influencers of our generation.
The Emmy-nominated singer-songwriter-composer has created an enormous body of genre-bending music that includes pop albums with Ben Folds Five, multiple solo albums, and numerous collaborative records.
His latest pop solo album was released in 2023 to rave reviews and sold-out performances. He released his first Christmas album in 2024 and last fall recorded a live album slated for release in 2025 with the National Symphony Orchestra (NSO) at the Kennedy Center in DC where he served for eight years as the first Artistic Advisor to the NSO.
He currently tours as a pop artist, while also performing with some of the world’s greatest symphony orchestras. A New York Times best-selling author and former podcast host, Ben is also working on new compositions for film, TV, and theatre. He also frequently guest stars in films and TV shows.
In 2022, Ben launched a music education charitable initiative in his native state of North Carolina entitled “Keys For Kids,” which provides funds and keyboards to existing nonprofits that offer free or affordable piano lessons to school-age children from economically-disadvantaged households. And he continually advocates for improving public policies for the arts and arts education on the national level as a member of Americans For The Arts and the Arts Action Fund.

A Musical Burlesque: Wit, Rhythm & Rhinestones
2025-10-05 18:30 | PNC Arts Annex, 46 N. Ludlow St., Dayton, OH, 45402
After two years of teasing, planning, and rhinestoning every last detail, the show they’ve been dreaming of is finally here. They’re giving your favorite musicals the RUDE twist: stripped-down, glammed-up, and dripping in sass. From jazz hands to pasties, expect bold vocals, sharp wit, and a whole lot of sparkle. Its Broadway, reimagined with burlesque flair and it’s one night only. For ages 18 and up.

An Afternoon with the Author: Naykishia D. D. Darby
2025-10-05 13:30 | The Barrel House, 417 E. Third St., Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
On Sunday, October 5, 2025 at 1:30 p.m., join us, along with poet Naykishia D. D. Darby, at The Barrel House in Dayton, Ohio for a vibrant open mic experience featuring selected poems from her new book, Reflective Expressions: Selected Poems.
This event is more than a reading—it’s a community celebration of voice, art, and storytelling.
Come grab a drink, listen to some poetry, and get a word!

Inaugural Dayton Home + Design Show
2025-10-05 10:00 - 16:00 | Dayton Convention Center, 22 East 5th Street, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Saturday, October 4th: 10am – 6pm; Sunday, October 5th: 10am – 4pm The Dayton Convention Center – 22 E 5th St, Dayton, OH 45402 Discover endless inspiration for your home at the inaugural Dayton Home + Design Show, October 4-5 at the Dayton Convention Center, where local and regional experts will showcase the latest trends in interior design, renovation, and home improvement. Connect directly with trusted contractors, designers, and specialty vendors who can bring your dream home vision to life, all under one roof in downtown Dayton. From kitchen and bath makeovers to outdoor living spaces and smart home technology, you’ll find innovative solutions and exclusive show discounts to transform every corner of your home at this convenient Convention Center location. Don’t miss this exciting new event at the Dayton Convention Center that’s set to become Dayton’s premier destination for homeowners, decorators, and anyone passionate about creating beautiful living spaces.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​If you’re a homeowner or future homeowner looking for helpful advice, solutions, and new products for creative ideas with new builds, renovations, and decorating projects, save the date and secure your RSVP today! Guest Experience: Inspiration for Home Improvement Discovering New Products & Services Expert Advice & Guidance Great Deals and Promotions Kids Zone + Local Brews & Bites *Handicap Accessible PLEASE NOTE: RSVPing online or receiving a physical ticket will get guests in the door for FREE. Any At The Door Tickets will be a $5 charge. Thank You To Our Partners & Sponsors: Host Partner: Dayton Convention Center Silver Sponsor: Pella Windows and Doors & Improveit Home Remodeling Bronze Sponsor: Altafiber Inc & American Home Tech Swag Bag Sponsor: Garage Force Media Partners: WDTN & WYSO Community Partner: Better Business Bureau of Dayton & Miami Valley

Vinyl Vinyl Sundays
2025-10-05 | The Barrel House, 417 E. Third St., Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Sunday – Vinyl Vinyl Sunday – bring your records, we’ll play ’em

Midnight Pulse w/tradelikequalities
2025-10-04 20:30 | The Barrel House, 417 E. Third St., Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
EDM DJ tradelikequalities hits us with a free set of vibes starting at 8:30pm on Saturday, October 4th. No cover. Ever.

No Map, Just Music: A Tribute to Linda Ronstadt
2025-10-04 20:00 - 21:30 | The Brightside, 905 E. Third St., Dayton, OH, 45402
Celebrate the legacy of a woman who redefined rock—and refused to follow the rules. No Map, Just Music honors Linda Ronstadt’s fearless journey through rock, country, Latin, Broadway, and beyond. With powerhouse vocals and bold storytelling, Dayton’s own Charity Farrell pays tribute to an artist who never settled, never stopped evolving, and always sang on her own terms. Relive the hits. Revisit the voice. Rediscover the icon. Get your ticket here: https://www.simpletix.com/e/no-map-just-music-a-tribute-to-linda-ronst-tickets-233065

With Friends, For Friends
2025-10-04 19:30 | The Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center, 1 West Second Street, Dayton, OH, 45402
In this special event, we celebrate Neal Gittleman. The concert begins with two works (one a world premiere) by local composers, longtime collaborators, and close friends Austin Jaquith and Steve Winteregg. Then, in an homage to those on stage and in the audience, maestro Gittleman leads the orchestra in Elgar’s “Enigma Variations,” a gorgeous symphony which Elgar wrote in honor of his own friends.
Neal Gittleman, conductor
Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra
Austin Jaquith: “Containing The World” (world premiere)
Steve Winteregg: “Dante’s Journey”
Edward Elgar: “Enigma Variations”

Co-op Fest 2025
2025-10-04 15:00 - 19:00 | Yellow Cab Tavern, 700 E 4th St, Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Join us for Co-op Fest 2025, a vibrant celebration of community, cooperation, and collective power. This year’s theme, Rooted Together, Rising Together, honors our shared roots and the ways we rise through solidarity and support. Enjoy an afternoon filled with family-friendly games, local food trucks, a live DJ, and interactive walking museum moments that tell the story of cooperative resilience and innovation in our region. This is more than a festival, it’s a call to action and connection. Hosted at the beloved Yellow Cab Tavern, Co-op Fest is a space for neighbors, changemakers, and co-op dreamers to gather, uplift one another, and contribute to the movement for a more just and cooperative economy. All proceeds and donations go toward sustaining and expanding the resources and services Co-op Dayton offers to the community, helping us grow the cooperative ecosystem and deepen our impact across Dayton and beyond. Come for the fun, stay for the mission. Let’s rise, together.

Family Open Studio
2025-10-04 15:00 - 16:30 | The Dayton Art Institute, 456 Belmonte Park N, Dayton, OH, 45405, United States
Join us in Studio A in the Education Wing of Rike for a time of open-ended creativity and art making. Browse our weekly selection of open studio materials and unleash your inner artist. No Signup Necessary. Drop-ins Encouraged! Sponsored by AES Ohio Foundation. Free with museum admission.

Artists’ Talk
2025-10-04 14:00 | The Contemporary Dayton, 25 W. Fourth St., Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Saturday, October 4, 2 pm
Artists’ Talk with R. Darden Bradshaw, Elisha Frontz, David Leach, Hannah Kasper, Erin Smith Glenn, and Seth Wade, moderated by Heather Jones. Hear directly from a selection of artists featured in The Contemporary Dayton 2025 Members’ Exhibition as they share the stories behind their work and their unique creative practices. This engaging conversation will highlight the wide range of media and ideas represented in the show.

Wright at Home Sourdough Pop-Up
2025-10-04 13:00 - 17:00 | The Barrel House, 417 E. Third St., Dayton, OH, 45402, United States
Local sourdough makers Wright At Home are here slinging their delicious fresh baked bread from 1-5pm! Pull through and get loaf’d!

Spooky Tours at the Dayton Art Institute
2025-10-04 13:00 - 14:30 | The Dayton Art Institute, 456 Belmonte Park N, Dayton, OH, 45405, United States
Back by popular demand – DAI’s Spooky Tours! Enjoy a tour exploring spooky legends, signs and symbols and death and dying. Finish your experience with a make-and-take art activity. DAI’s Special Interest Tours are community tours with specialized themes! Explore the museum and make new connections! Invoke your creative spirit following the tour with a quick, make-and-take art activity. Sponsored by AES Ohio Foundation. Member Cost: $35 Non-Member Cost: $40 (18+ years). Register here: https://dai.ticketapp.org/portal/product/87/events
